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Author: Katie Belle Benson and Sophie Anderson

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Welcome to The Curious Health Podcast, where we explore a new paradigm of health—one rooted in biology, self-trust & community. 


We’re Sophie and Katie, two friends and healthcare practitioners on a journey to honor the body’s natural intelligence and capacity to heal.


16 Episodes
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Welcome to The Curious Health Podcast! In this short intro, Sophie and Katie share the intention for the podcast and community. Curious Health Community is now LIVE! Get FREE access here. Timestamps 01:21 Introducing Katie and Sophie 02:10 Intentions for The Curious Health Podcast 03:40 What We'll Be Exploring in Season 1 04:47 An Invite to the Curious Health Podcast Community on Skool 05:33 Please Like, Follow, Rate + Share Access to all things Curious Health Podcast Katie Bell...
In this opening episode, hosts Katie and Sophie delve into the core values and intentions behind their podcast series. They emphasize the importance of building a community centered around inner trust, self-awareness, and holistic health. Katie shares her personal journey through various health models, influenced by her mystical upbringing and later experiences with herbalism and Bach flowers. Sophie reflects on her own journey from feeling frustrated with conventional approaches, to gu...
Sophie and Katie explore the concept of personal health philosophies and the three main paradigms that shape how we relate to symptoms, healing, and the body: the conventional (allopathic), alternative, and biological (or vitalistic) models. They discuss how most of us unconsciously operate within a health model inherited from culture or family. The conversation contrasts the reductionist nature of conventional medicine with the holistic aims of alternative approaches, while also ...
In this episode, Katie + Sophie dive into the foundations of German New Medicine (GNM or GHK), a powerful lens for understanding how emotional conflicts manifest as physical symptoms. Sophie shares the story of Dr. Ryke Geerd Hamer and his groundbreaking discovery of the 5 Biological Laws, explaining how the body’s responses are biologically meaningful, not mistakes. She also shares her personal journey navigating skin symptoms and separation conflicts, highlighting how GNM has h...
In this episode, Katie + Sophie explore how the mind and body are in constant communication, and how our subconscious programming plays a central role in shaping our health. They dive into the science of the subconscious, including the theta brainwave state of ages 0–7, and how repetition and emotional charge hardwire certain beliefs into our nervous systems. They talk about the power of neuroplasticity and visualization, and how tools like journaling, self-reflection, and new behaviors...
In this episode, Katie and Sophie delve into the fascinating story and work of Dr. Edward Bach, a renowned London physician and bacteriologist who pivoted from conventional medicine to create a revolutionary system of healing with Bach flower remedies. Discussing Dr. Bach's journey, the principle of treating the person, not the disease, and the development of his 38 floral remedies, the conversation highlights how each remedy targets specific emotions and aims to empower individuals to ...
In this episode, Katie + Sophie explore Human Design as a tool to deepen self-trust, including how to understand your inner authority, energy centers, and profile. They share personal experiences of learning to hear and follow our intuition, and how Human Design can offer a practical framework for honoring your own decision-making process. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your intuition or overwhelmed by how to “listen to your body,” this one’s for you. Download the guide - ...
In this reflective season finale, Sophie and Katie revisit the powerful themes woven throughout Season 1: intuition, healing, and trust. They explore how our health journeys are shaped by the model of care we subscribe to, whether it's conventional, alternative, or biological. With stories, science, and soul, they unpack what it means to truly trust the body’s innate intelligence - to heal, clean, regulate, and regenerate itself, even when we can't see it happening. They share personal ...
In this short intro, Sophie and Katie briefly reflect on the intention behind Season 2 and their dreams for Season 3 and building a community. Curious Health Podcast Links Timestamps 01:21 Reflections on Season One 02:03 Community Dream - will you join us? 02:40 Season 2 Message of Empowerment and Self-Care 05:10 Season 3 Ideas 05:30 Season 1 Reflections 06:11 Bringing Back the Simplicity to Healing 07:59 Community and Connection Access to all things Curious Health Podcast Kat...
In this uplifting conversation, Kasia Olszko shares insights on mindfulness, self-compassion, and the importance (and difficulty) of being present in our daily lives for ourselves and others. She shares simple, practical techniques for transforming negative self-talk, talks about integrating mindfulness into everyday activities, and how we can shift away from the detrimental impact of technology on our attention spans. The discussion between Kasia and the hosts, Sophie and Katie, also h...
In this episode, Katie speaks with Sophie about how different understandings of pain, and how its often a signal rather than a problem to be fixed. Sophie draws on her experience as a Chiropractor to share about the body's natural healing processes and gives four simple, practical techniques for reducing pain and tension. Curious Health Podcast Links Sophie's Chiropractic Office on Instagram Sophie's Chiropractic Website - use code CURIOUS for 10% discount for new clients on the...
In this episode, Sophie and Katie learn about Non-Violent Communication (NVC) with practitioner Anke Mennenga, and how improving how we communicate in relationships and with our children can be medicinal. Anke shares her personal and professional journey with NVC, and how its influenced her as an individual, a mother and a partner. She explains the four key components of NVC, and how these can be applied in daily life to foster not only deeper understanding and compassion, but als...
In this episode Sophie and Katie explore the profound connection between the body and mind with Somatic Intimacy Coach Alice Jackson, and how learning to let our body lead us can be medicinal for all areas of our life. Alice shares her journey from experiencing a deep disconnect from her body that led to struggles with eating disorders, to finding healing and finally a life that feels fulfilling. The conversation delves into the difficulties of hearing and listening to one's body,...
In this episode Sophie and Katie explore how information can be medicine, and how too much information, or the wrong information, can be harmful. They are joined by Annalea Jayne, a former paramedic turned holistic health practitioner, who shares her journey from traditional medicine, to alternative healing practices and ultimately into working with German New Medicine (GNM) + Integrated Somatic Inquiry (ISI). The conversation delves into our intention behind seeking more information, w...
In this episode, Sophie and Katie explore the world of herbal remedies, discussing how easily accesible herbs can be used to support common issues as home. They delve into the benefits of everyday herbs in boosting energy, calming the nervous system, supporting deeper sleep and the immune system. Katie shares how to simply and easily incorporate these herbs into your daily life and shares which ones are great for use with children. Curious Health Podcast Links Katie's Instagram ...
In this episode, Katie and Sophie are joined by Jen Carr - a mindful eating coach and ghost writer, who is currently working on an Ancestral Eating book. Together they explore how food can be medicine, especially when we align our nourishment with the seasons, our hormonal rhythms, and emotional states. Jen also shares her insights on the gut-brain connection and the holistic approach to healing relationships with food. The conversation delves into the significance of circadian rh...
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